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Mayor Scott Appoints Chezia Cager as Chief of Staff

Chezia Cager, a Baltimore native with extensive government experience, will become Mayor Scott's Chief of Staff on November 28.

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City Hall

Calls to Reassess Baltimore's Violence-Reduction Initiatives

Critics argue that Baltimore's current violence-reduction programs are ineffective and require reevaluation.

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City Hall

Gubernatorial Candidate Hinojosa Discusses Education Initiatives

Hinojosa outlines his vision for education reform while former Dallas mayors weigh in on city hall developments.

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City Hall

Baltimore School Officials Reject ICE's Claims of Coordination During Graduation Arrests

City school officials deny that they collaborated with ICE during the arrest of two individuals at a graduation ceremony.

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City Hall

Baltimore to Host Charm City Live and Book Festival in September 2026

The Charm City Live and Baltimore Book Festival dates are set for September 2026, promising cultural celebrations and community engagement.

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Public Safety

Baltimore City Fire Department Highlights Community Engagement

The Baltimore City Fire Department emphasizes its commitment to community safety and engagement through various initiatives.

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Public Safety

Baltimore Police Department Implements New Scheduling System

The Baltimore Police Department has announced a change to its scheduling plan to enhance operational efficiency.

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Public Safety

Two Baltimore Police Officers Face Indictment for Alleged Misconduct

The indictment of two veteran officers highlights ongoing concerns about police conduct in Baltimore.

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Public Safety

Former Baltimore Police Official Named Person of Interest in Homicide Investigation

A recently dismissed Baltimore police officer is now being investigated in connection with a homicide case.

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Public Safety

BPD and PERF Launch Summer Internship Program with Local HBCUs

A new initiative pairs Baltimore Police with Morgan and Coppin State Universities for student internships in policing.

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Public Safety

ACLU Sues Baltimore Police Over Aerial Surveillance Program

The ACLU and ACLU of Maryland have filed a lawsuit against the Baltimore Police Department, challenging a controversial aerial surveillance initiative.

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Public Safety

Two Baltimore Teens Charged with Gun Violations After Downtown Chase

Two 16-year-olds, both with prior robbery arrests, face charges after a foot pursuit in downtown Baltimore led to the recovery of a loaded handgun.

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Public Safety

Gaithersburg Man Arrested for Impersonating Police Officer

Melvin Pinkney Jr. faces charges after attempting to pull over a real Montgomery County Police officer.

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Public Safety

Tragic BASE Jumping Accident Claims Lives of Two Adventurers in Utah

A fatal BASE jumping incident near Moab, Utah, resulted in the deaths of stunt performer Andy Lewis and 68-year-old Danny Kregle.

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Public Safety

Man Arrested for Impersonating Police After Pulling Over Officer in Silver Spring

A Maryland man was taken into custody for posing as a police officer after stopping an actual officer in an unmarked vehicle.

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Education

Baltimore City Schools Unveil $1.95 Billion Budget Amid Financial Constraints

The proposed budget for FY27 reflects a 4.3% increase but highlights disparities in funding across schools.

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Public Safety

Inspector General Raises Safety Concerns at Baltimore DOT Facility

A new report highlights ongoing safety issues at a Baltimore Department of Transportation facility, including fire safety violations.

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Public Safety

21-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder After Shooting Two Teens in Baltimore

Donnell Thomas faces multiple charges following two separate shootings involving teenagers in Southeast Baltimore.

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Public Safety

Firefighters Successfully Manage Two-Alarm Blaze in Penn North

A two-alarm fire in the Penn North neighborhood was contained by Baltimore firefighters without any reported injuries.

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Public Safety

Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Auto Parts Store in Baltimore

A fire at a retail auto parts store prompted a significant response from local firefighters, highlighting safety challenges.

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